Director, Security Investigations

The Opportunity

We are seeking an accomplished investigations leader to serve as Director, Global Security Investigations, reporting directly to the Vice President of Global Security. This outstanding role will enable you to develop, lead, and improve Adobe's global security investigations program—setting the strategy, standards, and operating model for security-related investigations across all regions! You will also manage the company's Insider Threat Program, collaborating closely with Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, Cybersecurity, and business leadership. This is a rare opportunity with direct influence on the company's security posture and risk profile. You will brief senior executives on investigative actionable intelligence that informs business decisions.

What You'll Do

• Build, implement, and lead a best-in-class global investigations program.
• Define and maintain global investigation standards, policies, procedures, and playbooks.
• Oversee all phases of the investigation lifecycle to ensure timely and detailed resolution.
• Implement and own the enterprise case management platform, analytics, and reporting to drive insights and efficiency.
• Develop and deliver investigation training programs for key partners in HR, legal, and Compliance.
• Establish KPIs and metrics, and provide regular updates to senior leadership.
• Serve as the primary investigative coordinator, partnering with Legal, HR, Cybersecurity, and other teams.
• Lead and advance the Insider Threat Program, including detection use cases, response workflows, and awareness training.
• Benchmark the program against industry frameworks and drive continuous improvement.
• Build, guide, and lead Security investigators and program managers.
• Manage investigation-related vendor relationships.
• Develop and manage the annual investigations and insider threat budget.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience totaling 12+ years in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in security investigations or law enforcement.
• Proven experience in maturing an investigations program within a corporate environment.
• Deep knowledge of investigative methodologies and case-management guidelines.
• Positive relationship abilities with Legal, HR, Compliance, and Cybersecurity teams.
• Experience in building and managing Insider Threat Programs and detection technologies.
• Understanding of global privacy and employment laws and their impact on investigations.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25-40%.
• Preferred qualifications: Advanced degrees or equivalent experience, professional certifications, and experience in major technology companies or regulatory bodies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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Expected Pay Range

The U.S. pay range for this position is $160,800 – $306,625 annually. In California, the pay range is $211,800 – $306,625. Compensation may vary by work location and depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The pay range may also include base salary and short-term incentive components. Certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.

State-Specific Notices

Fair Chance Ordinances: Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.

Colorado: If this role is open to hiring in Colorado, the application window will remain open until at least the stated date and time in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.

Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.